About Puri
Berhampur to Puri distnce : 174 km
Estimated travel time : 3.7 hours
Berhampur to Puri is one the famous route for the tourism. Puri is costal city of the Odisha state of eastern India 60Km far from the Bay Of Bangle. It is one of the original Char Dham pilgrimage sites for Hindus. Puri is Known for its religious sanctuaries, architectural grandeur, seascape beauty, moderate climate and spiritual significance.
Puri is developed as the Temple city surrounded by the many world famous historical religious sites like Sakshi Gopal temple, The Pancha Tirtha, Alarnatha Temple, Sonar Gouranga Mnadir, Konark Sun Temple with highly religious 12th-century Jagannath Temple at the heart of the city. The 24 festivals, including 13 major ones, held every year in the temple complex with the Jagannath Ratha Yatra that attract million pilgrim to come become the port of the religious ceremony. As a temple city it's economy is depended on the tourism and religious festivals with peak between October to March. To seek the full potential of the religious tourism it has been chosen as one of the heritage cities for Heritage City Development and Augmentation Yojana (HRIDAY) scheme of Government of India. There are also many cultural festivals held every year like The Puri Beach Festival (5-7 November), The Shreekshetra Utsav(20 Dec - 2 Jan) and many more that include unique sand art, display of local and traditional handicrafts, Pattachitra (cloth-based scroll painting), Appliquรฉ art, Odissi dance and food festival.
Taxi from Berhampur to Puri is readily available at CabBazar.
Route Information
Berhampur to Puri by car is well connected through NH316 and is very convenient and comfortable drive. Berhampur to Puri distance is 174 Km and is 3.7 hours journey. Other famous tourist places on this route and nearby are :
1. Gopalpur-on-Sea - A popular beach destination near Berhampur, known for its serene and less crowded beaches.
2. Chilika Lake - Located between Berhampur and Puri, Chilika Lake is the largest coastal lagoon in India and home to a rich variety of flora and fauna. You can take a boat ride in the lake and explore its islands.
3. Satpada - A small village on the southern part of the Chilika Lake, Satpada is famous for its dolphin sightings. You can enjoy a boat ride here to spot playful dolphins in their natural habitat.
4. Rambha - A scenic spot on the banks of Chilika Lake, Rambha is known for its lush greenery, boating facilities, and beautiful views of the lake.
5. Balugaon - A town located near Chilika Lake, Balugaon is famous for its seafood. You can stop here for a quick lunch or snack.
6. Alarnath Temple - Situated in Brahmagiri, about 30 km before Puri, the Alarnath Temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu. It is believed to be the place where Lord Jagannath and his siblings spend a fortnight during the Rathyatra.
7. Pipli - A small town known for its intricate appliquรฉ work, Pipli is a great place to shop for traditional handicrafts and colorful fabrics.
Tourist Attractions
Jagannath Temple
The Pancha Tirtha
Ballighai Beach
Markandeswara temple
Narendra Tank
Sudarshan Crafts Museum
Pipili Town
Sakshi Gopal temple
Raghurajpur Artist village
Jagannath Ratha Yatra
Golden Beach
Traditional Art & Craft
Raghunandana Library
Nalabana Bird Sanctuary
Khandagiri Caves
Konark
Chilika Lake
Blue Splash Water Park
Pratyush Ocean World
Alarnatha Temple
Daya River
Swargdwar Beach
Baliharachandi Beach
Sonar Gouranga Mnadir